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The landlord who mails you the keysRENTAL SCAM

A real scam people fell for this year, next to the real thing. The numbers mark the three things to check: hover or tap one to see what it tells you.

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MLMarie LeblancKijiji
Hi, is the 2 bedroom on Wentworth St still available? Could I see it this week?9:41
Yes it is! I can show it Thursday at 6pm or Saturday morning. Does either work?9:42
Bring photo ID and I'll have the application form there. Nothing to pay until you've seen it and we sign the lease.9:42
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RERobert EllisonKijiji
Hi, is the 2 bedroom on Wentworth St still available? Could I see it this week?9:41
Yes it is available. I am working on a contract in Alberta so I can't show it, but the unit is exactly like the photos.9:42
Send the first month and deposit ($2,400) by e-Transfer to hold it and I will mail you the keys by Canada Post. Other people are asking so let me know today.9:42
Message Robert Ellison

Always check the viewing.

The landlord is "away" and can't show you the place, but wants $2,400 first and will mail the keys. Real landlords show you inside before you pay a cent.

Always checkThe real oneThe scam
1Where it livesIs it the real company's or person's own address or number?

A landlord replying to your Kijiji message about the flat.

Also a landlord on Kijiji. The chat looks just the same.

2What it asks you to doCheck firstDoes it want a password, a payment, a call, or a tap?

Come see it Thursday or Saturday, bring ID, and pay nothing until the lease is signed.

Send $2,400 by e-Transfer for a place you have never seen, and the keys come by mail.

3How hard it pushesIs there a deadline, a threat, or a surprise charge?

No rush: pick a time that suits you.

"Other people are asking", so decide today.

RememberNever pay a deposit for a place you haven't walked through. No viewing, no money.

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